USCIS has announced a significant policy change regarding the Adjustment of Status process for Green Card applicants, effective May 2026. Under the new Policy Memo PM-602-0199, approvals for Adjustment of Status will now only be granted in “extraordinary circumstances,” a term that remains undefined, potentially forcing many immigrants to pursue consular processing abroad.
Key Details:
- New policy effective: May 2026
- Adjustment of Status approvals limited to “extraordinary circumstances”
- Increased likelihood of consular processing for many applicants
- Potential risks include administrative delays, visa denials, and consular backlogs
This policy shift could have profound implications for families and individuals from countries facing travel bans or enhanced vetting, as leaving the U.S. may result in lengthy and uncertain immigration processes.
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Source: Ileana Rivera, Esq.